Microblading has become a beauty craze, with many women choosing it to avoid the hassle and strain of carving the ideal brow.
Microblading is a semi-permanent tattoo brow method that involves depositing pigment into the top dermis of the skin with little needles that resemble blades.
After numbing the area with topical medication, the artist or technician makes tiny hair-like incisions with a thin blade and needles, then deposits small amounts of color that penetrates the top layer of the brow skin. This makes sparse or uneven brows appear fuller.
If you’re wondering if microblading is right for you, here’s what you should know:
1. It is semi-permanent
Microblading is an excellent option for women seeking bigger brows because it only requires touch-ups every 12-18 months, making it semi-permanent.
If the client desires a little different shape, if their facial characteristics have altered, their skin texture has changed, or their natural brow color has changed, the brow artist can make alterations.
2. It is nearly painless
You will feel little to no pain, however you may have some redness and slight swelling after your microblading appointment. Most artists apply a topical numbing lotion prior to the process, so you should be pain-free.
However, if you develop significant swelling, redness, or discomfort, you should immediately call your artist and consult a physician.
3. Be aware of your skin type
Certain skin types will benefit more from microblading than others, so do your homework and pick the best procedure for you. Drier skin types produce the best effects since they hold pigment the best and maintain the sharpest strokes.
Oily skin types will also work, although they will heal softer and less crisply, probably due to more oils in the skin.
4. It will not inhibit your natural hair development
One of the most common misconceptions about microblading is that it interferes with natural hair growth – it does not. Microblading, when done correctly, should have no influence on your natural hair growth. It can, however, sometimes increase hair growth. While the increased hair growth may necessitate more maintenance, it can contribute to a fuller appearance.
5. Microblading is not suitable for everyone
It should be noted that not everyone is a good candidate for microblading. Microblading is not recommended for pregnant or breastfeeding mothers. Those undergoing chemotherapy are advised to complete their treatment because the danger of infection is substantially higher. Microblading on keloids and scars is also a no-no.
Those who are being treated by a physician or using medications should consult with their doctors to ensure that the treatment is appropriate for them.